Cyber Security Engineer

Key Role:

Support systems engineering and integration activities for military command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence programs. Ensure cybersecurity requirements are incorporated throughout the system’s acquisition life cycle, from pre-award to development and accreditation. Contribute to and review system documents, including cybersecurity strategies, network architectures, and implementation plans. Leverage emerging technologies and processes to build resilient cyber defenses. Lead and participate in working groups involving multiple stakeholders and mission partners.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience with complex cybersecurity projects or programs

• Knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities needed to obtain and maintain an Authority to Operate (ATO)

• Knowledge of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and Committee on National Security Systems Instruction, including NIST SP 800-60, NIST SP 800-53, and CNSSI 1253

• Ability to analyze and communicate complex technical challenges to both technical and non-technical clients and stakeholders

• Ability to communicate and integrate between multiple customer stakeholders

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science

• Information Assurance Management (IAM), Information Assurance Technical (IAT), or Information Assurance System Architect and Engineer (IASAE) Level I Certification

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with DoD or Navy cybersecurity projects or programs

• Experience with DoD or Navy acquisition programs

• Experience with Foreign Military Sales programs

• Experience with DoD and Navy cybersecurity policies and frameworks, including RMF

• Experience with security tools and devices, including network firewalls, web proxy, intrusion prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, or penetration tools

• Ability to apply subject matter expertise to system engineering documents, including technical requirements documents, interface control documents, and system specifications

• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $58,300.00 to $133,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

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